Free Video Downloader

Video Downloader is a free and useful browser extension for downloading online videos

Free Video Downloader - Efficient Chrome Video Downloading Extension

Free Video Downloader is a Chrome extension that enables effortless downloading of online videos. It supports all known video formats including mp4, webm, mpeg, and ogg along with HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) videos. It's simple to use - just play the desired video, click the extension and select your preferred video file. Ideal for downloading movies for long trips or Instagram and TikTok videos. Note: due to YouTube's privacy policy, YouTube videos cannot be downloaded.
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Extension stats

Users: 100,000+
Version: 0.0.24 (Last updated: 2023-01-09)
Creation date: 2021-05-11
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • downloads
  • scripting
  • storage
  • declarativeNetRequest
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 9.15M

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Free Video Downloader (v0.0.22)
4.10 (18) 13,089+
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Extension summary

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Free Video Downloader allows you to download videos of all known formats: mp4, webm, mpeg, ogg, etc. The extension also allows you to download HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) videos. HLS video is saved to your computer in a file with the .ts extension, which you can later view in any media player. In the new version, the extension can download streaming MPEG-DASH video and combine audio and video into one file.

The extension is very easy to use. First, you need to open the page with the desired video and start playing it. Then click on the extension icon in your browser and in the window that appears, select the video file you need. Click download in a few seconds you will start downloading the video to your computer.

The extension is convenient to use for downloading movies when you are going on long trips or travels. Download your favorite stories from Instagram, videos from TikTok. Also all kinds of videos for preparing presentations. Free Video Downloader does not have the ability to download YouTube videos as YouTube's privacy policy prohibits this.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • User-friendly interface
  • Quick video downloads
  • Effective for downloading videos
  • Convenient for offline viewing
Cons
  • Issues with downloading from YouTube due to policy restrictions
  • No option to specify download location
  • Inconsistent downloads for longer videos
  • Some users report it not working at all
Most mentioned
  • Problems with downloading from YouTube
  • User-friendly interface
  • Quick and easy to use
  • Effective for various sites
User reviews

not working for me it just state Please try to start a playback if you see a video on the page This will help to grab the right video file
by Mich Elle Butor, 2024-12-12

No options screen to specify download location. Extension says "file downloaded, check your downloads folder!" There's nothing in my downloads folder, where is it??!?!?
by Kevin Johnson, 2024-12-04
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Free Video Downloader requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Free Video Downloader has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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